Sheeran began recording in 2005, which lead to the release of his first EP, The Orange Room EP. Sheeran also released two albums, a self titled one in 2006 and Want Some? in 2007 gaining little attention. After Sheeran moved to London and had done extensive gigging, performing songs from his EP and albums, as well as ones which he had recently written, he decided to release another EP, You Need Me in late 2009. However, it wasn't until February 2010 that Sheeran began to get noticed after he posted a video through SB.tv displaying his diverse style. This video led to mainstream rapper Example asking Sheeran to tour with him. Throughout 2010, Sheeran began to be seen by more and more people over the internet through [app] YouTube and his fan-base grew incredibly, with him also getting credit from The Independent newspaper, England football captain Rio Ferdinand and even Elton John. Sheeran released three EP's in 2010, Loose Change, which features one of his most known songs, "The A Team", Songs I Wrote With Amy, and Ed Sheeran: Live at the Bedford, a live EP recorded in October. During the year, Sheeran also went to the US, where he was discovered by international superstar Jamie Foxx, who asked Sheeran to perform on his radio show, which gained him some fans in the US. By the end of the year, Sheeran was seen to be one of the best unsigned artists in the country.
On 9 January 2011, Sheeran released his final independent EP, No.5 Collaborations Project featuring appearances by grime artists including Wiley, JME, Devlin and Ghetts. With this EP, Sheeran gained mainstream attention for reaching number 2 in the iTunes chart, without any promotion or label. He was listed as a 'special guest' on Devlin's 2011 'Bud, Sweat and Beers' mini tour alongside Griminal and Tinchy Stryder. Songfacts reports that after signing for Atlantic Records in January 2011 "The A Team" was released as the first single from his debut album on June 12, 2011.
Sheeran's debut album + containing the singles The A Team and Lego House is certified 6x Platinum in the UK. The album has also won Sheeran two Brit Awards for British Breakthrough Act and Best British Male Solo Artist. At the 56th Annual Grammy Awards Sheeran gained a nomination for Best New Artist.
He received further fame for contributing the track entitled "I See Fire" to Howard Shore's soundtrack to the movie "The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug" in 2013.
x the second studio album by Sheeran was released in 2015. The album went straight to number one in both the UK and the US. x has had five singles thus far Sing, Don't, Thinking Out Loud, Bloodstream and Photograph.
Sheeran recently was awarded with an Honorary Doctorate by the University Campus Suffolk (UCS). The ceremony is later this year.
Discography:.
Albums:
2011 - +
2014 - x
2017 - ÷
2021 - =
2023- -
EPs:
2005 - The Orange Room
2006 - Ed Sheeran
2007 - Want Some?
2009 - You Need Me
2010 - Loose Change
2010 - Songs I Wrote With Amy
2010 - Live At The Bedford
2011 - No 5 Collaborations Project
2011 - One Take
2011 - iTunes Festival: London 2011
2011 - Thank You
2012 - The Slumdon Bridge
2012 - iTunes Festival: London 2012
Singles:
2011 - The A Team
2011 - You Need Me, I Don't Need You
2011 - Lego House
2012 - Drunk
2012 - Small Bump
2012 - Give Me Love
2013 - I See Fire
2014 - Sing
2014 - Don't
2014 - Thinking Out Loud
2015 - Bloodstream
2015 - Photograph
2017 - Shape of you
2017 - Castle on the Hill
2017 - Galway Girl
No Strings
Ed Sheeran Lyrics
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Then nothing can break us
Trouble leaves, then reappears
But we've shown we can take it
We tear our hair out and overthink it
Work and get burnt out
And that won't change when we're falling apart
Yeah, this is no strings, you are who I love
It's just growing pains
If we make it through this year
We should celebrate it
Rarefied atmosphere
'Til now, we evaded
We tore the walls down to build them up
Never was in doubt
'Cause this is no strings, you are who I love
And that won't change when we're falling apart
Yeah, this is no strings, you are who I love
It's just growing pains
And we did not fight for love
Just to let it be defeated
What we're going through is common
But it doesn't mean we don't feel it
It would be easy just to give it up
Guess we've got enough reasons
But every time that we have come undone
I'll say, "It's no strings, you are who I love
And that won't change when we're falling apart
Yeah, this is no strings, you are who I love
It's just growing pains"
In the song "No Strings" by Ed Sheeran, the lyrics talk about a couple who are going through tough times and struggles in their relationship, but they are determined to make it work. The chorus emphasizes the idea that their love is not dependent on any external factors or material possessions, but rather it is a pure and genuine connection that will endure any hardships. The line "this is no strings" refers to the fact that their relationship is based solely on love and not on any superficial or tangible things. The couple acknowledges that they have their own flaws and challenges, but they are committed to each other and will overcome any obstacles that come their way.
The second verse further explores the couple's determination to make their relationship work. They have overcome past struggles and are now ready to celebrate their love. The line "rarefied atmosphere" suggests that their love is special and unique, and they have come a long way to get where they are. The lyrics also emphasize the idea of rebuilding and improving their relationship, which suggests that they have had to work hard to get to this point. Despite their difficult journey, they remain unwavering in their love and devotion to each other.
The bridge of the song acknowledges that their struggles are not unique, but it does not diminish what they are feeling. They have fought for their love and will not let it be defeated. The lyrics suggest that it would be easy to give up, but they choose to stay together because their love is worth it. The final chorus reiterates the message that their love is enduring and based on something deeper than anything else.
Overall, "No Strings" is a song that celebrates the dedication and hard work required to maintain a healthy and long-lasting relationship. It emphasizes the importance of genuine love and the willingness to overcome all challenges together.
Line by Line Meaning
If we make it through this year
If we can endure the hardships of this year, we can overcome anything
Then nothing can break us
We will have the strength and resilience to face any challenge that may come our way
Trouble leaves, then reappears
Problems may come and go, but they are never truly gone
But we've shown we can take it
We have proven our ability to handle these challenges and come out stronger on the other side
We tear our hair out and overthink it
We tend to stress and worry excessively about our problems
Work and get burnt out
We exhaust ourselves from overworking and trying to solve our issues
But this is no strings, you are who I love
Our relationship is uncomplicated and genuine. We love each other simply for who we are
And that won't change when we're falling apart
Even when we face difficulties in our relationship, our love for each other remains constant
Yeah, this is no strings, you are who I love
Our bond is not complicated by any ulterior motives or hidden agendas. We love each other for who we are
It's just growing pains
Our struggles are a natural part of the process of building a strong and lasting relationship
We should celebrate it
If we manage to get through this challenging period, we should take the time to celebrate our success
Rarefied atmosphere
Our relationship is special and unique compared to others
'Til now, we evaded
We have avoided the challenges that come with a committed relationship until now
We tore the walls down to build them up
We have overcome our emotional barriers to build a stronger connection
Never was in doubt
We have always been confident in our love for each other
And we did not fight for love
Our relationship was built on mutual love and respect, not on power struggles or conflicts
Just to let it be defeated
We won't let our relationship fail despite the difficult times we may face
What we're going through is common
The struggles we are experiencing in our relationship are not unique and are faced by many others
But it doesn't mean we don't feel it
Although our problems may be common, they still affect us deeply and we don't ignore them
It would be easy just to give it up
It would be easier to abandon our relationship and move on, but we choose to fight for it
Guess we've got enough reasons
There are many justifiable reasons for us to give up on our relationship, but we're choosing to stay committed
But every time that we have come undone
Despite our efforts, we have faced moments where our relationship has faltered
I'll say, "It's no strings, you are who I love
In these difficult moments, I will remind you that our bond is free from complication and our love for each other is pure
And that won't change when we're falling apart
Even when our relationship is struggling, our love for each other remains the same
Yeah, this is no strings, you are who I love
Our relationship is simple and genuine, and we love each other for who we are
It's just growing pains
The difficulties we face are a natural part of our relationship's growth and development
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC
Written by: Aaron Brooking Dessner, Edward Christopher Sheeran
Lyrics Licensed & Provided by LyricFind
Elene Trujillo
If we make it through this year
Then nothing can break us
Trouble leaves, then reappears
But we've shown we can take it
We tear our hair out and overthink it
Work and get burnt out
But this is no strings, you are who I love
And that won't change when we're falling apart
Yeah, this is no strings, you are who I love
It's just growing pains
If we make it through this year
We should celebrate it
Rarefied atmosphere
'Til now, we evaded
We tore the walls down to build them up
Never was in doubt
'Cause this is no strings, you are who I love
And that won't change when we're falling apart
Yeah, this is no strings, you are who I love
It's just growing pains
And we did not fight for love
Just to let it be defeated
What we're going through is common
But it doesn't mean we don't feel it
It would be easy just to give it up
Guess we've got enough reasons
But every time that we have come undone
I'll say, "It's no strings, you are who I love
And that won't change when we're falling apart
Yeah, this is no strings, you are who I love
It's just growing pains"
REAL Vibes
No Strings / Ed Sheeran
If you and I keep doing this, yeah
Then nothing can break us
Trouble leaves in real pace
But we're sure we can take it
We take our Hell
And overthink it
What can get burned out
But this is no strings
You are who I love
And that won't change
When we're falling apart
Yeah, this is no strings
You are who I love
It's just growing pains
If we make it through this, yeah
We should celebrate it
Rarify atmosphere
'Til now we evaded
We tore the walls down
To build them up
Never was in doubt
'Cause this is no strings
You are who I love
And that won't change
When we're falling apart
Yeah, this is no strings
You are who I love
It's just growing pains
We did not fight for love
Just to let it be defeated
What we're going through is going but
Doesn't mean we don't feel it
Would be easy just to give it up
'Cause we got enough reason
Every time that we have come undone
We'll it's no strings
You are who I love
And that won't change
Rejohn Shrestha
NO STRINGS (Lyrics) ✨
If you and I keep doing this, yeah
Then nothing can break us
Trouble leaves in real pace
But we're sure we can take it
We take our Hell
And overthink it
What can get burned out
But this is no strings
You are who I love
And that won't change
When we're falling apart
Yeah, this is no strings
You are who I love
It's just growing pains
If we make it through this, yeah
We should celebrate it
Rarify atmosphere
'Til now we evaded
We tore the walls down
To build them up
Never was in doubt
'Cause this is no strings
You are who I love
And that won't change
When we're falling apart
Yeah, this is no strings
You are who I love
It's just growing pains
We did not fight for love
Just to let it be defeated
What we're going through is going but
Doesn't mean we don't feel it
Would be easy just to give it up
'Cause we got enough reason
Every time that we have come undone
We'll it's no strings
You are who I love
And that won't change
InfernoBrighton
Today is the day and you’re album…
IT WAS JUST PHENOMENAL
I have listened to all the songs now and honestly, way better than the last one, it has such a deep meaning and storyline behind it and I absolutely enjoyed it!
My favourite songs from the album (not in order and I loved them all)
- Saltwater
- Eyes Closed
- Curtains
My favourite bonus song from Apple Music
- Toughest
You have really outdone yourself, these songs were SO beautiful to listen to! Can’t wait to see what unfolds next year!!
Great job Ed!
💛🖤💛 ➖
miguel 10k challenge with 0 video
Ed Sheeran has a song for every stage of our lives
Wrestling with Jay
Ye
Cindy Thijssen
True❤
Carlos Boffa
Forsure🎉
André Luis
He does!!!!
Elene Trujillo
If we make it through this year
Then nothing can break us
Trouble leaves, then reappears
But we've shown we can take it
We tear our hair out and overthink it
Work and get burnt out
But this is no strings, you are who I love
And that won't change when we're falling apart
Yeah, this is no strings, you are who I love
It's just growing pains
If we make it through this year
We should celebrate it
Rarefied atmosphere
'Til now, we evaded
We tore the walls down to build them up
Never was in doubt
'Cause this is no strings, you are who I love
And that won't change when we're falling apart
Yeah, this is no strings, you are who I love
It's just growing pains
And we did not fight for love
Just to let it be defeated
What we're going through is common
But it doesn't mean we don't feel it
It would be easy just to give it up
Guess we've got enough reasons
But every time that we have come undone
I'll say, "It's no strings, you are who I love
And that won't change when we're falling apart
Yeah, this is no strings, you are who I love
It's just growing pains"
Tiaan du Preez
We're staying attached to Ed's music. No matter what
Bong Generalao
My cherry pick in this album. 💯
Let's be honest here. Some will not appreciate this album, but those who've been with Ed since his first album "+" knew he came back to his roots in songwriting. This is a PHENOMENAL album.
Charles Njoku
So so true.. this album is vintage Ed sheeran❤️
JD Frederickson
I also feel like people who haven't experienced big losses might not fully appreciate it.